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Mock Normative Ethics Exam Format JU

This document outlines the midterm examination for the Civics, Moral, and Citizenship Education course at Jimma University, focusing on normative ethics. It includes sections for true or false questions, multiple choice questions, matching theories with descriptions, and short answer questions. The exam assesses students' understanding of various ethical theories such as consequentialism, deontology, virtue ethics, and ethical egoism.

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Mock Normative Ethics Exam Format JU

This document outlines the midterm examination for the Civics, Moral, and Citizenship Education course at Jimma University, focusing on normative ethics. It includes sections for true or false questions, multiple choice questions, matching theories with descriptions, and short answer questions. The exam assesses students' understanding of various ethical theories such as consequentialism, deontology, virtue ethics, and ethical egoism.

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Jimma University

College of Social Sciences and Humanities

Department of Civics and Ethical Studies

Civics, Moral, and Citizenship Education

Midterm Examination - Normative Ethics Focus

Date: ________ E.C. Time: 1 hour

Instructor: ______________________ Year: I Semester: II

I. True or False - Write 'True' if the statement is correct and 'False' if it is not. (1 pt each)

1. Consequentialism considers the morality of actions based on their outcomes.

2. Deontology emphasizes that an action is good only if it produces happiness.

3. Virtue Ethics focuses on developing good moral character.

4. Ethical Egoism holds that we should always prioritize others before ourselves.

5. According to Kantian Ethics, lying is acceptable if it leads to good results.

II. Multiple Choice - Choose the correct answer and circle the letter. (2 pts each)

1. Which ethical theory promotes the idea of "the greatest happiness for the greatest number"?

A) Deontology B) Virtue Ethics C) Utilitarianism D) Ethical Egoism

2. The concept of Prima Facie Duties was introduced by:

A) Immanuel Kant B) Jeremy Bentham C) W.D. Ross D) John Rawls

3. Which of the following best represents the focus of Virtue Ethics?

A) Obedience to God B) Good consequences C) Good character D) Cultural customs

4. Contractarianism is most closely associated with:

A) Altruism B) Social agreement and fairness C) Psychological motives D) Religious commands

5. According to Ethical Egoism, an action is morally right if it:

A) Follows duty B) Is universally applicable C) Benefits the individual doing it D) Creates harmony in society

III. Matching - Match the theories with their descriptions. (1 pt each)

A. Utilitarianism ___ 1. Acting based on moral duties, not results

B. Deontology ___ 2. Good actions are those that benefit the self

C. Ethical Egoism ___ 3. Promote the greatest happiness overall

D. Virtue Ethics ___ 4. Morality depends on cultivating character

E. Kantian Ethics ___ 5. Emphasizes treating people as ends, not means


IV. Short Answer (4 pts each)

1. Define "Consequentialism" and explain how it differs from "Deontology."

2. Describe the key idea behind "Kantian Ethics" and how it applies to moral decision-making.

3. What is "Contractarianism"? Give one modern example where it applies.

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